08:30 Registration and refreshments
09:00 Welcome and opening remarks
09:15 What has the BDA done for us? Darren Johnston
09:30 Current biologic and DMARD therapies used in rheumatology and implications for dental practitioners – Adrian Pendleton
Aim:
Explore the current use of DMARD and biologic therapies within Rheumatology and their impact on dental practice.
Learning objectives:
Create a better understanding on the risks associated with dental procedures on patients receiving biologic and DMARD therapies
Allow dental practitioners to discuss the risks and practical implications of DMARD and biologic therapy and obtain fully informed consent before dental procedures.
Learning content:
The lecture will contain the background development of DMARD and biologic therapies in the field of modern rheumatology. The implications of using these therapies for dental practitioners and their patients.
Development objectives: A, C, D
10:30 Vulnerable smiles need evidence-based science – Stephanie Gribben
Aim:
To provide an overview of caries risk assessment and evidence-based approaches to the prevention and control of dental caries, with consideration of vulnerable and high-risk patients across different life stages.
Learning objectives:
Identify patients at high caries risk and key contributing factors
Understand how a personalised caries risk assessment supports preventive care, including early intervention, reduced disease burden and preservation of healthy teeth
Explore the role of the Colgate® Duraphat® high fluoride range in caries prevention and management for vulnerable patients at all life stages.
Learning content:
A session on taking a preventative approach and providing appropriate oral health advice.
Development objectives: C
10:45 Refreshments
11:15 Management of complaints – Review and update on new process – Julie Healy
Aim:
An overview of the model complaints handling procedure and the key functions of the Public Services Ombudsman.
Learning objectives:
Understand the key elements of the model complaints handling procedure and how to implement this at practice level.
Learning content:
The functions of the Public Services Ombudsman and the key elements of the statutory model complaint handling procedure.
Development objectives: A, B
12:15 Lunch
13:15 Short presentation outlining ongoing and completed projects in NI
14:15 Restoration of the oncology patient – Derek Hall
Aim:
Understand oral rehabilitation after head and neck cancer treatment.
Learning objectives:
Describe effects of cancer treatment on oral function
Identify rehabilitation needs of head and neck cancer patients
Discuss prosthetic and implant rehabilitation options
Recognise factors influencing treatment planning and outcomes.
Learning content:
Impact of surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy on oral tissues
Functional deficits: speech, mastication, swallowing and aesthetics
Oral rehabilitation assessment and multidisciplinary care
Obturators, conventional prostheses and implant-supported options
Long-term maintenance, follow-up.
Development objectives: A, B, C
15:15 Refreshments
15:30 Zygomatic and Oncology Implants: Restoration of the Oral Cavity Following Cancer Surgery - Stephen Wilson
Aim:
To provide an overview of zygomatic and oncology implants and their role in the rehabilitation of patients following oral cancer surgery, exploring implant features, reconstructive techniques and prosthodontic options to restore oral function and facial appearance.
Learning objectives:
By the end of the presentation, participants will be able to describe the key features of zygomatic implants, identify rehabilitation options following maxillary resection, compare ZIP flap reconstruction with obturator prostheses, and understand the role of zygomatic implants in fixed dental rehabilitation.
Learning content: C
Background and key features of zygomatic implants, including implant material and surface characteristics; overview of the zygomatic implant range; rehabilitation following oral cancer surgery; comparison of ZIP flap reconstruction and obturator prostheses; and a clinical case study demonstrating surgical reconstruction and fixed dental rehabilitation.
Development objectives:
15:45 Head and neck oncology – surgical management – Peter Gordon
Aims:
A lecture on oral and oropharyngeal cancers and the patient pathway.
Learning objectives:
Have a better understanding of head and neck cancer management
Describe the role of GDP/ referring clinician in a cancer patient pathway
Improved understanding of oral cancer diagnosis.
Learning content:
Lecture will use clinical scenarios, images and audience participation for learning.
Development objectives: C
16:45 Probing stress in dentistry – Roz McMullan
17:00 Close
